Protecting people - especially the most vulnerable - from heatwaves requires urgent action and closer collaborations. The EU Health Security Committee just published its recommendations on how to make this happen: ec.europa.eu/newsroom/san...

Cases of West Nile virus seem to be on the rise. While it's not always easy to avoid bites, anyone who develops a high fever, rash or neck stiffness after a mosquito bite should get checked by a doctor.

European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control@ecdc.europa.eu · 2w ago

🦟 West Nile virus transmission season underway in Europe. As of 22 July, 81 locally acquired human cases have been reported across 6 countries: IT (46), EL (21), MK (5), RO (5), ES (3) & FR (1). Our weekly surveillance update: www.ecdc.europa.eu/en/west-nile... #WestNileVirus #PublicHealth

Today, I want to focus on a simple truth that is often overlooked. Pollution is not only an environmental problem. It is a human health problem, a development problem, and economic problem.

While imported Ebola disease cases in Europe are expected to be 𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗬 𝗥𝗔𝗥𝗘, healthcare professionals need the right information to recognise & safely manage suspected cases. --- We have published a set of supporting resources for healthcare & public health professionals. 🧵⬇️ bit.ly/ECDCEbolaDRC

Ebola disease outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda

On 17 May 2026, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the Ebola virus disease outbreak caused by Bundibugyo virus in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Uganda a Public Health Emerge...

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Together with our partner EU agencies, we've been nominated for European Ombudsman Award for the @OneHealth_EU Instagram channel. Via this channel, we make #science, #health, environmental and safety topics more accessible. Vote project 21 before 15 June👉 enonet.eu/survey/index... 🧪 #SciComm

Super inspiring discussions today on health information integrity at this seminar, organised together with @ec.europa.eu, @ecdc.europa.eu and @ema.europa.eu. The challenge is huge, but a lot is being done. Our goal for today: join the teams up, reduce overlap and enhance synergies. 🤝

EU health ministers are meeting online tomorrow for an informal exchange on the Ebola Bundibugyo virus outbreak in Central Africa. There will be a press conference with the Cyprus Minister of Health Neophytos Charalambides and Commissioner Olivér Várhelyi afterwards. #EPSCO

Media advisory – Informal video conference of health ministers of 5 June 2026

Main agenda items, approximate timing, public sessions and press opportunities.

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#Ebola: The EU Health Security Committee just adopted an opinion on a common approach to the Ebola Bundibugyo virus outbreak response. ▶️Latest epidemiological data ▶️Mechanisms and actions in place ▶️Recommendations for precautionary measures & exit screening ec.europa.eu/newsroom/san...

The latest #Ebola outbreak is a rapidly evolving situation. The EU is engaged with @who.int and Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention to provide support on the ground as well as guidance for national authorities. Keep track of the updates here: health.ec.europa.eu/health-secur...

There aren’t so many active EU accounts over here talking about public health issues, but rest assured the work on Ebola (and hantavirus) continues 👇

European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control@ecdc.europa.eu · 3mo ago

𝗘𝗖𝗗𝗖 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝗨 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗧𝗮𝘀𝗸 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗲, 𝗱𝗲𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗘𝗯𝗼𝗹𝗮 𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗯𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲. ECDC Director - Dr Pamela Rendi-Wagner met with Dr Jean Kaseya - Director-General of Africa CDC, to discuss the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the DRC & the response efforts underway. bit.ly/4uhtZVY #IDsky

Health threats do not stop at borders. Today, we launched the Global Health Resilience Initiative to strengthen preparedness, support resilient health systems, improve access to vaccines and medicines, and reinforce global cooperation. More: link.europa.eu/CXXPTr

Today, #ECDC held a press conference on the matter. You can watch the recording here: youtu.be/IbS-sFZJ3to Need more information? Check our outbreak page: www.ecdc.europa.eu/en/infectiou... and daily-updated Q&A: www.ecdc.europa.eu/en/infectiou... #EUHealthTaskForce

ECDC Press Conference - 13 May - Andes hantavirus outbreak: update from ECDC

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🌍Following yesterday's post on the #hantavirus outbreak, I am sharing the outcome of today's EU #HealthSecurity Committee meeting here too. Continued vigilance, monitoring and exchange are key as the situation continues to develop. ec.europa.eu/newsroom/san...

Check out our new webpage on the EU coordination of the hantavirus public health response 👇 health.ec.europa.eu/health-secur...

MV Hondius cruise ship has reached the shores of Tenerife. We are in the port, coordinating the next steps for the safe disemarkment of the passengers. #hantavirus

72% of Europeans say their country benefits from EU membership. With the global situation and the cost of living as main concerns, 73% view the EU as a stabilising force in an uncertain world. Together we are greater than the sum of our parts. link.europa.eu/Cd4BKK

Please try to get your public health information from evidence based organisations like @ecdc.europa.eu 👇

European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control@ecdc.europa.eu · 3mo ago

#JustPublished Cruise ship hantavirus outbreak: ECDC response activated. #ECDC has deployed an expert from the EU Health Task Force to the cruise ship affected by the Andes hantavirus outbreak, as part of a joint effort to investigate the outbreak and coordinate the public health response. 🧵 1/7

This European Mental Health Week, take control of your device: engage and connect safely. Set boundaries. Stay aware. Choose real connections... online & offline. With #ErasmusPlus, connections go beyond the screen. We are #InThisTogether! 🔗 link.europa.eu/G6dyMh @EU_Health

May is #MentalHealth awareness month. 4-8 May is #EuropeanMentalHealthWeek. Every interaction we have - online & offline - can affect our mental wellbeing. How does screen time make you & the young people in your life feel? We’re all #InThisTogether health.ec.europa.eu/inthistogeth...

Much needed initiative, sadly👇

European Medicines Agency@ema.europa.eu · 3mo ago

We’ve launched a new advisory group on #vaccine confidence to tackle hesitancy and strengthen science outreach. Over 20 leading experts met for the first time on 29 April. Learn more and see who the members are: www.ema.europa.eu/en/news/ema-... #medsky #scicomm 🧪

Protecting young people’s #mentalhealth from excessive screentime, addictive algorithms, harmful content & behaviour is a shared responsibility. Next week, we’ll be sharing resources to help foster conversations & show how we’re all #InThisTogether. Don’t hesitate to reach out for more info.

Effective crisis management relies on everyone being on board. Getting ready to speak about the importance of quality information during uncertain times at the #EuropeanCitizensPanel on preparedness. ​📅 24–25 April | Brussels  ​Follow live on the Citizens’ Engagement Platform lnkd.in/dyiKBvQ9

It’s the 20th European Immunisation Week & this year the slogan is “For every generation, vaccines work”. It’s particularly apt that I’m taking my teen for her booster on Wednesday. Have a read & check in with a healthcare professional to make sure you’re protected. ec.europa.eu/commission/p...

A little reminder that the EU and WHO #StandWithScience every day. Our public health policies are always based on robust scientific evidence. This important campaign will run all year 👇

WHO@who.int · 4mo ago

Science is one of humanity's most powerful tools for protecting and improving health. Ahead of #WorldHealthDay, WHO calls on everyone to work together and champion science for a healthier world. Together for health. #StandWithScience. Learn more about the year-long campaign: bit.ly/4mdztxL

🗓️ Tue 14/04, 11.00 CEST in @sant.europarl.europa.eu 🚩Simplifying & reducing the burden of the rules on medical devices & in vitro diagnostic medical devices - presentation by Commissioner Olivér Várhelyi 🎥Watch live: multimedia.europarl.europa.eu/en/sant-comm...

This #WorldHealthDay, here's a simple reminder: stay curious, and follow evidence-based health information. Join the global conversation with #StandWithScience. Today's daily dose.

Today is #WorldHealthDay. Still catching up with the amaze. amaze. amaze Artemis II footage, and cant help but think of the parallels with this year’s theme. Stand with science: for health, humanity and public good. #TogetherForHealth

“Facts Matter,” says Stephen Fry. “Verifiable, testable, provable facts.” Fact checking is vital in the fight against global misinformation. This #FactCheckingDay, show your support for accurate information. Tell the world why #FactsMatter.

It’s International #FactCheckingDay so remember: a healthy dose of caution is always a good idea when it’s about your health. Check official webpages and guidance before making decisions, and try to speak to a medically trained professional. And if something feels off, please don’t share it!